Frequently asked questions

Category » Local Economy

There were 9 questions found in this category:

1. Does the Council have a Business Directory?
   Yes the council has its own Business Directory available at www.business.canterbury.gov.uk and there is also the Kent wide directory www.directorykent.net/
2. Does the Council have a commercial property listing?
   Yes, the Local Economy team liaises with local commercial agents to produce a customised property search facility available at www.business.canterbury.gov.uk This list is also updated on a regular basis.
3. Does the Council have a list of business parks and industrial estates?
   Yes this is available on the Local Economy teams website at www.business.canterbury.gov.uk on the homepage select Development and then the sub category Development Sites and the list of business parks and industrial estates is available under the related links section.
4. Does the Council have any figures or statistics about population or the local economy?
   Yes, this information is readily available on the Local Economy teams website www.business.canterbury.gov.uk Select Local Information from the homepage and then ‘Key facts and figures’.
5. Does the Council have any information on grants or loans available to businesses?
   We provide an online grants search resource called Canterbury 4 Grants located at our website www.business.canterbury.gov.uk From the home page select the ‘Grants and Finance’ option.
6. I am starting a new business, where can I obtain some advice or guidance?
   The Local Economy team, can signpost new business start-ups to local agencies who offer support and guidance.
7. I have heard about Canterbury 4 Business (C4B), where can I get more information?
   Canterbury 4 Business is the local economic partnership for Canterbury District; more information is available at www.canterbury4business.co.uk
8. Where can I get a list of council owned commercial premises?
   The Council’s Property Services team manage its commercial property portfolio and can be contacted on 01227 862 087 or email property.services@canterbury.gov.uk The Local Economy team also holds a commercial property portfolio and can be contacted on 01227 862532 or email business@cant ...
9. Where can I obtain a list of the largest companies in Canterbury District?
   The Local Economy team can provide this information either by fax or by email.